Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower is simple and quick recipe idea using a favorite vegetable.

This delicious snack or appetizer recipe features bite sized cauliflower that have been coated with a spicy sauce and air fried to a perfect crispy crunch.

Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe.

This is a quick and tasty snack or appetizer idea that is conveniently made in an air fryer in about 20 minutes.

I like that 'heat' in this recipe can be easily adjusted according to how hot or 'not hot' you want it to be.

Did you try my Seasoned Air Fryer Pickles?

Those air fried pickles are crunchy and yummy. Both this recipe for cauliflower and that recipe for pickles are simple air fryer recipes that are perfect for gatherings such as movie nights or ball games.

Use your favorite buffalo style sauce to make this recipe. You can find a selection of buffalo sauces here.

Why we love buffalo cauliflower.

This is a quintessential appetizer recipe that we love to dip. It can be served with other air fried veggies or alone.

Here is what else we like about this recipe.

• Using an air fryer takes out all of the added oil that comes from regular frying.
• Buffalo cauliflower is quick and easy to make.
• This recipe can be easily personalized by adding seasonings or adjusting the heat that is added.
• Air fried buffalo cauliflower is friendly to many diets including vegan and vegetarian diets.
• Making this in an air fryer means a quick and easy clean up.
• About everyone can agree on this snack idea!

Ingredients needed to make air fried buffalo cauliflower.

• Cauliflower. Use a fresh cauliflower head that has been rinsed, leaves removed, and then broken down into florets.
• Flour. Regular all purpose flour is used as breading for the cauliflower.
• Garlic Powder. Added for seasoning.
• Water. Used to help coat the cauliflower florets.
• Sauce. Use a buffalo style wing or similar kind of hot sauce.
• Serve With- Ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or your dip of choice.

Tips for making the best fried buffalo cauliflower.

Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to make this recipe in batches. Overfilling your air fryer basket can result in the cauliflower not cooking through evenly

More helpful tips for you.

1. For a crispier crunch, sub in cornstarch for half of your flour.
2. Not a fan of hot and spicy? You can find mild wing sauce here.
3. You can prepare your cauliflower up to a few days ahead of time to use in this recipe. Make sure the the florets are refrigerated.
4. You can toss the cauliflower in a large bowl or place the ingredients in a large zip top bag and toss them in that.
5. Flipping or tossing the cauliflower halfway through air frying will help it cook and get crispy evenly.
6. It may be a good idea to wear an apron and use gloves to make this recipe. Also, avoid rubbing your eyes when working with the hot sauce.

How to make Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Prep Time: 10 minutes .
Air Fry Time: 20 minutes .
Servings: 4 .

1. Prepare your cauliflower if you have not done so. It should be rinsed, leaves removed, and then broken down into bite sized florets.
2. In a large bowl, use a whisk to combine together the flour, garlic powder, and water. Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss them until coated.
3. Remove the basket from your air fryer and spray it with oil (or line it with an air fryer liner). Preheat the air fryer to 400.
4. Place the cauliflower florets in single layer in the basket, leaving space in between them ( a little overlap is okay). Cook on 400 degrees for seven minutes, turn or flip the florets, then air fry another three minutes.
5. While the cauliflower is air frying, place your sauce in a shallow bowl. When the cauliflower is done air frying, use a tong or similar item to carefully take each floret from the basket, drudge it through the sauce until covered (give it a shake), and then return the floret to the basket.
6. Air fry the cauliflower for another two to four minutes or until crispy

Expert Tip 👉 For a less crisp cauliflower bite, you can skip air frying the sauce covered florets in the last step.

How to store leftover cauliflower.

This cauliflower is best when served fresh as the sauce can soften the breading. However, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to a few days.

You may also be interested in these ideas.

• Easy Homemade Air Fryer Pizza
• Air Fried Tortilla Chips (Homemade)
• Air Fryer Onion Rings
• Air Fryer Cauliflower Crust Pepperoni Pizzas
• How to Make Air Fried Pasta Chips
• Air Fryer Buffalo Style Chicken Bombs

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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower, a simple and delicious spicy and crispy appetizer recipe made with just five ingredients.

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